NDP Public Safety critic Alistair MacGregor (Cowichan-Malahat-Langford, B.C.) passed a motion calling on the government to classify wildfire firefighters as firefighters under the National Occupation Classification. MacGregor says this must change so that all firefighters get the compensation and support they deserve. “Last summer, we saw firsthand how much we need wildfire firefighters. While we … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “On behalf of all New Democrats, I’d like to wish all those celebrating, a happy Vaisakhi. For Sikhs in Canada and around the world, Vaisakhi marks the creation of the Khalsa, which translates to the sovereign. A tradition that began in the 17th century, the … Read more
NDP critic for Housing Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie) issued a statement: “Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) had eight years to fix the housing crisis to ensure families can find a home they can afford in the communities they love. But he disappointed Canadians by delaying measures to keep housing affordable,” he said. “When [they … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “As the month of Ramadan comes to an end, New Democrats wish Muslims across Canada and around the world a Eid Mubarak! This year, Ramadan was particularly difficult as a humanitarian crisis continues to unfold in Gaza and Sudan,” he said. “May this Eid be … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “Today, we remember the bravery, courage and sacrifice of all the Canadians who fought at Vimy Ridge during the First World War. This year marks the 107th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, where 3,600 Canadians died, in an effort to bring stability and … Read more
NDP National Defence critic Lindsay Mathyssen (London–Fanshawe, Ont.) issued a statement: “All women and men who serve in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and risk their lives for our country deserve to have the equipment and support they need to do their jobs properly and safely. Unfortunately, due to successive Liberal and Conservative governments, big procurement … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) announced new critic portfolios for his NDP caucus as the party prepares for the next federal election. Heather McPherson (Edmonton Strathcona, Alta.) is the NDP’s new whip. Peter Julian (New Westminster—Burnaby. B.C.) takes over as critic for health. Don Davies (Vancouver Kingsway, B.C.) will become finance critic. Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont—LaPetite-Patrie, Que.) … Read more
NDP MPs Rachel Blaney (North Island—Powell River, B.C.), Charlie Angus (Timmins—James Bay, Ont.) and Carol Hughes (Algoma—Manitoulin—Kapuskasing, Ont.) announced they won’t be seeking re-election in the upcoming federal election. Blaney has been a stalwart defender of veterans and seniors having pioneered a study into women’s veteran’s health and successfully lobbying for more GIS rebates for seniors. … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.), MP Matthew Green (Hamilton Centre, Ont.) and Ontario NDP MPP Monique Taylor called on the Liberal government to include an excess profit tax in the upcoming budget. “The federal government needs to put in place an excess profit tax to deter price gouging and force these wealthy CEOs to … Read more
NDP Housing critic Jenny Kwan (Vancouver East, B.C.) issued a statement: “[…] Successive Liberal and Conservative governments made the housing crisis worse by cutting funding for social and co-operative housing and letting profit-driven private developers run the show. Now corporate landlords are buying affordable housing across the country, hiking up the prices and renovicting tenants. … Read more
